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In 2011, CEQ, EPA and GSA launched a national electronics plan. 15 years later, 2.4 billion EPEAT products generated $24.6 billion in savings for buyers nationwide2011 strategy emerged at a time when computers, monitors, printers, mobile devices and other electronics were becoming increasingly importa...- In 2011, ICE Chicago relied on 1 recycling bin for 200 workers; a hybrid system of 4 centers and desk boxes raised recycling to 38% and participation to 85%The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Chicago Field Office enhanced its recycling program. They established four recycling centers a...
- In 2012, Chicago’s Railroad Retirement Board found new life for 3,200 pounds of electronics through reuse and recycling; the effort lifted waste diversion nearly 10%The U.S. Railroad Retirement Board successfully recycled over 3,200 pounds of electronic waste. This achievement was driven by federal prog...
- Miami researchers tested concrete that replaced sand with leaded CRT glass; a biopolymer helped limit lead leaching before durability damage raised concernsResearchers explored using toxic CRT glass in concrete mixtures. This hazardous waste contains significant amounts of lead, posing environm...
- Many people throw away aluminum foil after cooking, but cleaning experts say it can also help remove water stains and restore a faucet's shineHard water leaves stubborn mineral rings around faucets, which are difficult to remove. A crumpled ball of aluminum foil acts as a gentle s...
- Can a simple drop tell if your battery is dead? Here’s what the bounce test suggestsWhat if a single drop could reveal whether an AA battery is dead? The viral battery bounce test has fascinated millions because it appears ...
- Have an old iPhone or MacBook? Apple is offering trade-ins worth more than $1,000Apple trade-in program: Apple is encouraging customers to trade in old iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, and MacBooks. Customers can receive s...
- Attero eyes expansion, may fetch Rs 1,100-crore revenue this yearAttero, with a market share of nearly 30% in India, expects to double its revenue to Rs 1,100 crores this fiscal year by expanding its vend...
- How businesses can deal with growing problem of electronic wasteAlthough the problem of this ever-increasing e-waste is complex, yet it provides great value as these e-wastes are a rich source of preciou...
- World Environment Day 2022: From AI waste sorting to zero-waste solutions, this CEO believes e-waste crisis can be tackled with prudenceE-waste, if not managed properly, could lead to numerous health hazards.
- Recykal: Making money from India’s huge waste problemAs cities generate more and more waste, the need to effectively tackle it has become even more pressing. Recykal’s solutions are aimed at t...
- Jadavpur University students launch e-waste recycling driveRishika Bhowmick and her friends from the arts department of Jadavpur university are on a mission to collect and recycle all e-waste genera...
- IT sector largest generator of e-waste; underutilised recycling capacityOnly about 10 per cent of Bengaluru's e-waste recycling capacity of 37,000 tonne is utilised; Pollution Control Board pleads helplessness
- Karnataka state pollution control board sends out show-cause notices to 32 electronics producersKarnataka state pollution control board is sending out show-cause notices to 32 electronics producers including Apple and Samsung for faili...
- Samsung Electronics strengthens its services network“Our innovative service delivery model will enable us to deliver customer delight at each step and further drive brand loyalty,” Park added.
- Dell bans e-waste export to developing countriesAlthough Dell's announcement does not mark a significant change in the PC maker's behavior, environmental groups hope that by making its st...
- Japanese electronics giants take on "e-waste"Electronics titans at the world's largest consumer electronics trade show united to combat "e-waste" as the deadline nears for US residents...
- Top consumer electronics trade show goes greenThe world's largest consumer electronics tradeshow is going green, showcasing earth-friendly technology while offsetting its own carbon foo...
- Next come stores to dump your PC trash!Staples Inc. is accepting used computers, monitors that can now be dropped off at the store for a $10 fee.
- Apple scores poorly on eco-friendly policy testApple got low marks for eco-friendly policies from Greenpeace in a survey of electronics companies by the environmental group. The Cupertin...
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